Investment Return System, Start by taking Demon Empress as a Disciple - Chapter 169: Deacon

“This time, I’ll let it slide, but there shouldn’t be another next time.”

Chen Daoxuan chuckled lightly and casually tossed the Dao Canon towards Chi Yun, who was brimming with eagerness to please.

“Hey! Many thanks, Pavilion Master! Hehe.” In the future, Pavilion Master, rest assured, Chi Yun will not neglect his duties.”

Chi Yun quickly and carefully accepted the cultivation technique, cradling it in his arms and gently rubbing it between his hands.

Just as he was about to flip open the first page, the Dao Canon, in the moment of being opened, transformed into a stream of light that pierced into his brow. In an instant, Chi Yun’s eyes grew vacant as if he had been plunged into an ocean interwoven by three thousand great pathways.

The chains of order of each great pathway clinked and clanked.

Before Chi Yun could react, a chain of a great pathway surged towards him, then entered his spiritual sea.

[Corpse Scripture.]

In the end, a cultivation technique formed within his sea of consciousness.

Chi Yun’s eyes regained their luster once again.

What astonished him most was that he felt his entire being undergoing a transformation. His blood surged as if boiling, and spiritual energy circulated rapidly through his meridians. His Qi Sea seemed to be boiling as well.

A moment later.

Seventh Heavenly Realm of Boundless Stage.

Eighth Heavenly Realm of Boundless Stage.

Ninth Heavenly Realm of Boundless Stage.

Divinity Separation Realm, First Stage!

“This, this…”

Chi Yun trembled excitedly. He had only heard that changing cultivation techniques could cause a decline in one’s realm, but he had never seen a case where the realm surged.

“I, Chi Yun, thank Pavilion Master for granting me the opportunity for rebirth!”

Amidst his excitement, he quickly knelt before Pavilion Master, showing deep respect.

“Enough of that. Stop dawdling. I still need to have my meal. How about you sit down and join me?”

Chen Daoxuan waved his hand casually, allowing Chi Yun to rise. When Chi Yun broke through just now, he actually received a system reward as well, albeit only a tenth of what a disciple would give for a breakthrough.

“No need, Chi Yun is unworthy. Pavilion Master, if there are no further instructions, Chi Yun wishes to leave for the Northern Domain now. Earlier, during the pursuit, a number of forces in the Northern Domain must have taken interest, and surely some have intentions by now. Chi Yun should return to the Northern Domain first and quell this matter.”

Upon hearing the Pavilion Master’s words, Chi Yun shook his head repeatedly, feeling unworthy to dine alongside the Master, let alone serve him; he felt he wasn’t qualified for that either.

“Very well then. Also, take this Heavenly Dao Pavilion Deacon Token. If you encounter danger next time, you can use the token to call for help.”

Chen Daoxuan, noticing Chi Yun’s reaction, casually condensed a mystic yellow token with the word “Heavenly Dao” engraved on the front and auspicious dragon and phoenix patterns, and the word “Deacon” on the back.

By now, the reputation of their Heavenly Dao Pavilion had spread through the Northern Domain, Eastern Domain, and even the Western Domain. This token was enough to make many powers tremble!

After tossing the token to Chi Yun, Chen Daoxuan paid him no further attention.

Chi Yun hurriedly caught the token, his excitement intensifying. He was even moved to tears; just as he had stood up, he knelt before the Pavilion Master again.

“What are you doing now?”

Chen Daoxuan sighed helplessly. Why was this guy kneeling again?

“Thank you, Pavilion Master. Old man won’t disturb Pavilion Master’s meal. I’m leaving, I’m leaving…”

Seeing that the Pavilion Master seemed a little impatient, Chi Yun quickly thanked him and rose, taking a step back before departing the pavilion. As he exited a hundred feet away, he turned around and bowed to the small pavilion before soaring into the air.

On his way, Chi Yun was still extremely excited.

“Deacon… The Pavilion Master arranged for me to be a Deacon! Hahaha, and that cultivation technique, I, Chi Yun, can ascend to the heavens in one step. With the Heavenly Dao Pavilion’s backing, who dares to be reckless in the Northern Domain? Even if they slap my face, they would be disrespecting the Pavilion Master!”

Chi Yun’s steps were notably lighter, and his face revealed unhidden joy.

He hadn’t expected that this chase would turn out to be a stroke of good luck. Not only did he receive the Pavilion Master’s cultivation technique reward, but he also gained the position of a Deacon. He no longer needed to call himself a menial laborer!

Coincidentally, just as Chi Yun was feeling pleased, he spotted a flying ship.

On the ship, Leng Yanran had also noticed him and decided to halt.

“Gasp! Miss, you’ve already dealt with those Void Refining Realm and even Fusion Realm experts so quickly!?”

Chi Yun promptly rushed to the front of the flying ship, bowing respectfully.

How much time had passed for her to eliminate all six of those experts?

On the flying ship, there were several broken coffins. Chi Yun understood—they were the strong cultivators of the Yin Corpse Sect, and the corpse puppets they had crafted themselves. Although he couldn’t see the bodies, Chi Yun knew the Heavenly Dao Pavilion’s procedures; the other side had most likely been disposed of.

“Well. You can return to Moro Kingdom if there’s nothing else.”

Leng Yanran glanced at Chi Yun and nodded slightly in greeting. After all, he was once her little brother.

“Miss, please wait a moment. Well… those coffins and the corpse puppets inside, if Miss doesn’t want them, could you reward them to me? These things would only tarnish the Pavilion Master’s eyes if brought up the mountain, right? Moreover, the Pavilion Master is having his meal now. What if it affects his appetite…”

Chi Yun looked intently at the broken coffins. These were the corpse puppets crafted by the Yin Corpse Sect’s experts. In the past, he might have felt incapable of controlling them, but with the cultivation technique passed down by the Pavilion Master, he believed he could subdue even the Void Refining Realm and Fusion Realm puppets with a bit of time.

By then, he would possess a few more tricks up his sleeve and a stronger foothold. If any trouble arose in the Northern Domain, he wouldn’t need to trouble the Pavilion Master.

“Oh? Yes, you have a point. Take them.”

Leng Yanran hesitated for a moment, then nodded in agreement, allowing Chi Yun to take the corpse puppets and broken coffins. Originally, she had planned to bring them up the mountain for the Enlightenment Dao Tea Tree to absorb. With Chi Yun present, he could also gain some benefit. However, after hearing Chi Yun’s words, Leng Yanran found them quite sensible.

It was better not to bring these things up the mountain. If they affected the Master’s appetite, he wouldn’t join them for hotpot!

“Hehe, thank you, Miss! Since it’s like this, I’ll take my leave. If Miss has any instructions, please feel free to inform me.”

Chi Yun’s eyes lit up, and upon getting Leng Yanran’s approval, he hurried forward to gather the coffins from the deck. He wiped the deck a few times with his sleeve before retreating and bidding his farewell.

Leng Yanran didn’t linger either, returning to the Heavenly Dao Hall.

“Senior Chen, just what realm are you really in? Senior, if it’s not too bothersome, I’m just curious… Please don’t take offense.”

Li Shenruo observed the others using their chopsticks and took a few symbolic bites herself. She then cautiously asked Chen Daoxuan.